What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Folkestone is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Middelburg Square via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Exeter to Folkestone?

The distance between Exeter and Folkestone is 246 miles. The road distance is 236.8 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 3m and costs £110 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Exeter to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Folkestone bus from?

Exeter to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Folkestone train from?

Exeter to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Exeter to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 4h 3m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus via London, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Exeter to Folkestone bus arrive?

Exeter to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Exeter to Folkestone train arrive?

Exeter to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Folkestone is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Exeter to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter to Folkestone?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Exeter to Folkestone - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 3m
£111–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Victoriabus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Middelburg Squarebus 007
9h 5m
£34–71
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Middelburg Squarebus 007
8h 35m
£47–116
Drive 235.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Folkestonecar 235.4 mi
4h 1m
£57–83
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 22m
£224–519
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 43m
£100–227
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 13m
£138–343
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 13m
£305–673

Exeter to Folkestone by train and subway

121Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

£111Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Exeter to Folkestone.

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Distance: 244.9 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Middelburg Square via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 35m.

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